Gun Carriage
Description:
A gun carriage is a wheeled carriage specifically designed to carry and transport a gun, artillery piece, or cannon. It provides support and stability for the gun during transportation and positioning for firing.
Senses:
Sense 1:
(Noun) - A wheeled platform or carriage designed to transport heavy artillery and cannons.
Example Sentence: The soldiers efficiently loaded the cannon onto the gun carriage before moving it to the battlefield.
Sense 2:
(Noun) - For historical purposes, a decorative or ceremonial carriage used to transport antique or ornamental firearms.
Example Sentence: The beautifully crafted gun carriage showcased the vintage muskets during the historical parade.
Sense 3:
(Noun) - In shipbuilding, the structure or area where a naval gun is installed or mounted on a warship.
Example Sentence: The gun carriage on the battleship provided a stable platform for the powerful naval cannons.
Sense 4:
(Noun) - A movable part of a rifle or machine gun that houses the barrel and action during transportation.
Example Sentence: The soldier swiftly disassembled the gun carriage of the machine gun to carry it over rough terrain more easily.
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